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Skier // Trail Runner // Camper/Hiker // Kayaker // Backpacker
MatV:
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18 Reviews:
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6 Questions:
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1 Photos:
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Stomping Grounds:
Louisville, KY -> Colorado Rockies -
Bio:
Running is my passion. I enjoy the outdoors and anything you do there including hiking, skiing, kayaking. I want to visit New Zealand some day and run in the Transrockies Run next year.
Rankings 
- #156 of 266 - Guys' Sweatshirts
- #171 of 1,827 - Men's Trail Running Clothing
- #279 of 698 - Casual Watches
- #316 of 613 - Guys' Sandals
- #345 of 680 - Men's T-Shirts
- #377 of 1,545 - Beanies
- #381 of 528 - Men's Water Shoes
- #394 of 700 - Slings & Messenger Bags
- #455 of 547 - Water Reservoirs
- #502 of 812 - Men's Lightweight Long Underwear - Tops
- #513 of 743 - Stuff and Compression Sacks
- #523 of 711 - Men's Flip Flops
- #566 of 736 - Men's Performance Shirts - Long Sleeve
- #605 of 949 - Men's T-Shirts - Short-Sleeve
- #607 of 1,057 - Canister Stoves
- #647 of 1,354 - Men's Performance Shirts - Short Sleeve
- #680 of 794 - Stoves
- #738 of 3,102 - Men's Ski Jackets
- #826 of 1,089 - Overnight Backpacks (2000 - 2999 cu in)
- #862 of 1,516 - Men's Trail Running Footwear
- #947 of 1,625 - Men's Hiking and Climbing Pants
- #1,043 of 2,728 - 3-Season Tents
- #1,095 of 2,216 - Tents
- #1,206 of 1,529 - Men's Long Underwear
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Survived the CT
MSR Hubba Tent: 1-Person 3-Season
August 18, 2009
Took this tent with me on the CT. I really don't think you can find a better solo tent. Free standing, goes up and comes down in no time but super solid design. Vestibule gives plenty of room to stash stuff and plenty of headroom in the tent itself. The pack is an Osprey Aether 85 (5200 cu) and it fit fine in the vestibule. I'm 5'10" and tried a night with the pack in the tent with me to elevate my feet, but it was a little cramped but it still worked. Also, it is definitely a 3-season tent. Couple of nights got into the twenty's and I'm glad I had a solid bag and extra layers. Don't plan on the raincover blocking too much cold.
All in all though, if you're in the market for a solo tent, don't look anywhere else. Yeah, its high in price but trust, you get what you pay for.
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Patagonia Primo Down Jacket - Men's
November 11, 2011
5'11", 140. What kind of size should I look at? I have a 3 yr old Mountain Hardware medium that fits great except for the length. Didn't know how this one might run. Also, this has a waist synch-cord, right?
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Nixon Scout Leather Watch - Men's
July 27, 2010
How wide is the band on this watch?
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Sugoi 42K Short - Men's
October 16, 2009
I'd imagine that you've either gotten or given up on these shorts by now, but as for cycling, it depends on your preference. There's absolutely no padding in the er... important areas... but I've never come across running shorts that do. They've got a real nice split up the side and are super light, but I'd want some padding if I were going to be doing any riding in these.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
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The North Face Agent Laptop Bag - 1650cu in
July 30, 2009
Would this bag fit a laptop, 2" tupperware container, and possibly some running gear (minus the shoes)?
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MSR Hydromedary Hydration Bag
May 23, 2009
I have a MSR Miniworks EX water filter which has an adapter for Nalgene bottles. Does the adapter work on this bag as well? From the picture above, it looks like it might be the same kind of opening as a Nalgene.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
The North Face Pioneer Palmer 1/4 Zip Pullover - Men's
January 4, 2009
It's merino wool, so your going to pay top doller anyways.That's a good question. It's the best material and I personally think it's worth the dough, but I can see how a lot of people would pass it up. I think there are a few other merino wool tops that are just as nice with less mulah involved. Check the stuff made for backcountry.com, Kuhl and Ibex. They're all really nice.Hope that helps.Thanks, definitely a big help. I agree on the backcountry.com stuff. I've got a merino shirt that I picked up earlier and love it!
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Backcountry.com Merino Crew Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Men's
October 13, 2008
Depends on how you like your shirts to fit. I like mine to be sort of form-fitted, so I got my normal size and it fits true to what I want.
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The North Face Pioneer Palmer 1/4 Zip Pullover - Men's
October 2, 2008
Anybody have this top yet? I want to know if its worth the price.
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The North Face Padda Amphibious Shoe - Men's
July 15, 2008
Does this shoe run pretty true to size?
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